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HF12 LCT

2012 BMW X3

Bronze Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

127,765 mi
Last recorded127,765 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW X373,287 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF12 LCT
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 127,765 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2025 127,765 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 119,417 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/60/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 114,008 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 95,552 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 11 Mar 2022 95,552 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 85,579 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 79,631 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 67,391 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 53,000 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both over 50% worn,wheels need to be removed to fully inspect (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 40,404 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 18,667 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 15,537 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 15,537 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the BMW X3?

Based on 1,227,551 MOT tests across 116,465 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
7,291
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
116,465
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,027
coil spring broken 11,583
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,799
coil spring fractured 6,299
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,284
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HF12 LCT is a 2012 BMW X3 in Bronze with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 73,287 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW X3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF12 LCT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW X3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HF12 LCT?

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What year was HF12 LCT registered?

HF12 LCT is a 2012 BMW X3, first registered on 27 July 2012.

Is HF12 LCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF12 LCT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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